We like to save you time and money by sharing in-depth travel itineraries of our trips, including all the details about where we stayed, what we did, where we ate, how we got around and how much it all cost. I’m a geek when it comes to planning and love nothing more than finding unforgettable experiences around the world. I love places that have a story behind them or simply knock you off your feet with their beauty – be they little coffee shops, friendly guesthouses, or hidden nooks within the city. I find places that are cosy, creative, unique, and sometimes bohemian, hipster or green.
These itineraries are packed full of those experiences, and will help you to get the best out of your trip. We also have guides to some of the specials places to stay around the world, including hip, boutique hotels, best AirBnBs and glamping places.
Victoria was one of the biggest surprises of our Canada road trip. It somehow manages to feel like a capital city and a relaxed seaside town all at once. The harbour is busy with seaplanes and boats, there are gardens and beaches close to the centre, and everything seems to move at a gentler pace. … Read more
Vancouver was one of those love-at-first-sight cities for me. As soon as we drove in, I was wowed by the mountain views and how the skyscrapers seem to grow from among the forest. Add to that the coastline, forested islands and beautiful beaches, and I can see why so many people want to move there. … Read more
I’d been dreaming of Tofino for more than ten years, ever since some surfer friends we met in Mexico told us about it. And now I’ve been, I think I’ll be dreaming about it forevermore. It was a huge part of why we did our whole Canada road trip. Even the drive there feels special. … Read more
Before planning our Canada road trip, I had no idea getting a campsite in the Canadian Rockies is as competitive as getting Glastonbury tickets. At one point, I had five devices open and my place in the queue ranged from 500 to 30,000 on each one! This isn’t something that’s easy to do on a … Read more
Canada was on our family travel wish list for years, and this three-week Canada road trip lived up to every hope we had for it. Starting in Calgary we travelled through the Canadian Rockies and across British Columbia, finishing on the west coast in Vancouver. Along the way, we camped in national parks, ziplined through … Read more
Italy is a strong contender for the easiest place to holiday as a family in Europe. The food alone is a winner (I’ve rarely met a kid who doesn’t like pizza or pasta!). But the biggest win of all is the people and how much they love kids. It’s a place where kids are woven … Read more
I grew up just outside of London and spent much of my early adulthood living there. I remember visiting as a child and being awed by the pure size and grandeur of it all. And that’s a feeling I wanted to share with my kids. We’ve visited many times with the boys, but normally we’re … Read more
A trip to Morocco is one of the easiest ways to give kids a rich cultural experience without travelling far from Europe. It’s a country where you can move from barefoot beach days to ancient medinas and starlit desert camps, all within a relatively short distance. We spent three weeks travelling through Morocco with our … Read more
Innsbruck has fast become my favourite place for a winter city break in Europe. It has the best of both worlds – a gorgeous city with plenty to do, surrounded by epic mountains filled with world-class ski resorts. It makes for the perfect ski and sightseeing break, and is ideal if you want a little … Read more
The Dordogne is France at its storybook best – a land of medieval villages, turreted castles, golden-stone towns, and a river that winds through it all. It’s one of those places that feels almost too perfect, like stepping into a fairy tale. Add canoe rides, lively markets, and countryside brimming with sunflowers, and you have … Read more